Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Childcare Services in Northampton
Acorn Childcare UK is a registered charity established in 1992, dedicated to providing high-quality childcare for children aged 3 months to 11 years. Our approach prioritises individualised care, fostering social, emotional, and physical development through structured play and outdoor learning. We operate within Headlands Primary School, offering nursery, before-and-after-school, and holiday playscheme services. Our facilities include age-specific learning environments, a five-star-rated kitchen catering to dietary needs, and a secure outdoor space promoting resilience and confidence.We maintain staff-to-child ratios exceeding statutory requirements, with fully trained professionals supporting children with additional needs. Our inclusive ethos aligns with the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, ensuring seamless transitions to school. As a non-profit organisation, all income is reinvested into facility improvements and staff development. We utilise Tapestry for tracking learning journeys and provide home visits to support settling-in periods. Our commitment to transparency includes detailed daily reports for parents and a comprehensive safeguarding framework.
Services
Nursery Care
Before School Provision
After School Provision
Holiday Playscheme
Outdoor Learning
Nutrition Services
Transition Support
Special Needs Care
Parental Reporting
Home Visits
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We reinvest all income into facility improvements and staff training as a registered charity.
- Our staff-to-child ratios exceed government minimums with fully qualified professionals.
- We offer tailored support for children with additional needs through trained specialists.
- Our outdoor learning environment promotes resilience and confidence through physical play.
- We provide transparent daily feedback and home visits to ensure smooth transitions.
Associations and certifications
- Charity Commission (1090086)
- Five Star Food Hygiene Rating
Services
Nursery Care
Our nursery provides age-specific care for children aged 3 months to 5 years across three dedicated rooms. Each environment follows the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, combining structured activities with free-flow play. Staff maintain enhanced ratios to support individual development goals.
Holiday Playscheme
We operate school holiday playschemes offering full-day and half-day sessions with themed activities. Children participate in creative projects, outdoor adventures, and special events while receiving three meals daily. Bookings require advance payment to secure places.
After School Care
This service supports Headlands Primary School pupils with supervised transportation and structured activities. Children enjoy snacks, homework assistance, and both indoor and outdoor recreational options during extended care hours.
Special Needs Support
Our trained staff implement individualised support plans for children requiring additional assistance. We collaborate with external professionals to facilitate Educational Health and Care Plan processes and ensure full accessibility within our facilities.
Parental Engagement
We provide home visits, settling-in sessions, and daily progress reports to maintain strong parent partnerships. Tapestry online platform enables real-time updates on children's learning journeys and developmental milestones.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We provide care for children aged 3 months to 11 years across our nursery, after-school, and holiday programmes.
Are meals included in the fees?
Yes, we provide breakfast, snacks, lunch, and tea with dietary requirements accommodated by our five-star-rated kitchen.
Do you accept government childcare funding?
We offer funded entitlements including 15 and 30-hour schemes for eligible families as per government guidelines.
How do you support children with additional needs?
Our trained staff implement individualised plans and collaborate with external specialists to support children requiring additional assistance.
What happens during settling-in periods?
We conduct two free settling-in sessions and a home visit to ensure smooth transitions for new children and families.
Can I visit the facility before enrolling?
Yes, we operate an open-door policy allowing prospective parents to view our facilities without appointment requirements.
